Turri - Better Choices

Here are a list of some ways to help make a better enviroment by reducing air pollution.

Drive Less, Drive Smart

Walk more often instead of using any type of automotobile vechilies.
If you need to drive you can use some of these tips to help elimainate air pollution: Accelerate gradually.

Use cruise control on the highway.
Obey the speed limit.
Combine your errands into one trip.
Keep your car tuned and support the smog check program.
Don't top off at the gas pumps.
Replace your car's air filter.
Keep your tires properly inflated.

Choose Air Friendly Products
Many products are made from smog-forming chemicals that escape into the air.
Here are some tips that can help you reduce the pollution in the air:

Use water-based paints. Look for paints labeled "zero-VOC."
Paint with a brush, not a sprayer.
Store solvents in air-tight containers.
Use a push or electric lawn mower.
Start your barbecue briquettes with an electric probe, or use a propane or natural gas barbecue

Save Energy
Whenever you burn fossil fuel, you pollute the air. Use less gasoline, natural gas, and electricity.
Here are some ways to help teach you to save energy.

Turn off the lights when you leave a room.
Replace energy hungry incandescent lights with fluorescent lighting.
Check with your utility company for energy conservation tips, like purchasing energy saving appliances.
Use a thermostat that automatically turns off the air conditioner or heater when you don't need them.
Add insulation to your home.
Use a fan instead of air conditioning.
Use an EPA-approved wood burning stove or fireplace insert.
Heat small meals in a microwave oven.
Insulate your water heater.
Install low flow showerheads.
Dry your clothes on a clothesline.